Kuddel Fleck
Fried Tripe
Kuddel Fleck is a traditional Luxembourgish dish of pan-fried tripe, often prepared with a simple batter and served with a savory sauce. It's a hearty and flavorful appetizer or main course, showcasing a less common but culturally significant ingredient.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Uncooked tripe
- 1 bunch Parsley(for boiling)
- 2 Bay leaves
- 1 Cloves
- 1 pinch Nutmeg(for boiling)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- 100 g Flour(for batter)
- as needed Water(for batter)
- for frying Cooking fat (oil or lard)
- For the sauce (optional, but recommended)(e.g., brown sauce or mustard sauce)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Wash the uncooked tripe thoroughly. Soak it in cold water for at least 24 hours, changing the water several times. This helps to tenderize and clean the tripe.
💡 Tip: Ensure the water is changed frequently to remove any impurities. - 2
After soaking, place the tripe in a large pot with fresh water. Add the parsley, bay leaves, clove, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Boil gently until the tripe is very tender, which can take about 4-5 hours. Keep the heat very low.
💡 Tip: A slow, gentle simmer is key to tender tripe. - 3
Drain the tenderized tripe and cut it into 5x8 cm rectangles. Season the pieces with salt and pepper.
- 4
Prepare a thin batter by mixing flour with water until smooth. Dip each piece of tripe first into the batter, ensuring it's well coated.
💡 Tip: The batter should be thin enough to coat lightly, not form a thick layer. - 5
Heat cooking fat (oil or lard) in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Carefully place the battered tripe pieces into the hot fat and fry on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
💡 Tip: Ensure the fat is hot enough to crisp the tripe quickly without making it greasy. - 6
Remove the fried tripe from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot.
💡 Tip: Serve immediately for the best crispy texture. - 7
Serve with a side of brown sauce or mustard sauce, if desired. Boiled potatoes are a traditional accompaniment.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Patience is key for tenderizing the tripe; do not rush the boiling process.
- ✓Ensure the tripe is well-drained after boiling to prevent a soggy batter.
- ✓Serve with a robust sauce to complement the texture and flavor of the tripe.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Some recipes suggest a light breadcrumb coating after the batter for extra crispiness.
- A tomato-based sauce can also be used as an alternative to brown or mustard sauce.